Certified Pathology Assistant PRN
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Certified Pathology Assistant to join their team in Lakewood, CO. This is a PRN/Casual position, meaning hours will be "as needed", and start and end times can vary. Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. They advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges by leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions, and data-driven innovation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
- Completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program
- Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology
Nice To Haves
- Current or prior Labcorp experience
- Previous experience grossing small biopsies and complex surgical cases
- Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
- Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- High level of attention detail along with strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection measures
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
Responsibilities
- Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines
- Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and procedures
- Assist other areas rotations within the department with specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has been completed
- Ensure a professional environment is maintained
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and work to correct or report the problem
- Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the assigned duties
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management
- Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne pathogens
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- STD/LTD
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
